Google Pixel 8a vs ZTE Axon 41 5G
The Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the ZTE Axon 41 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8a leads — 65/100 vs 56/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE Axon 41 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4492); the Google Pixel 8a is faster in AnTuTu (1,433,693 vs 1,010,069); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 203g).
Google Pixel 8a
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 1433693 vs 1010069
- Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 3520
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 203g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4492 mAh
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 39/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8a vs the ZTE Axon 41 5G, the Google Pixel 8a scores 9 points higher (65/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a leads (70/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G leads (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (82/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (70/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (57/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8a | ZTE Axon 41 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 1433693 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4492 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 136 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | 163.9×76.2×9.5 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | — |
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- 6.7" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
ZTE Axon 41 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8a and ZTE Axon 41 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8a leads ZTE Axon 41 5G by 41.9% in our overall performance rating.
ZTE Axon 41 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8a is a bit better (70/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (82/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (70/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 41 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 41 5G (57/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a edges out the ZTE Axon 41 5G by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8a and the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the ZTE Axon 41 5G — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on camera score (70/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8a or the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a leads on performance (70/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8a over the ZTE Axon 41 5G?
The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 41 5G is a better fit for active users.